A wall of rifles is seen, during day 1 of the 142nd NRA annual... Photo-5072980.68616 - NewsTimes

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An expo attendee inspects a pistol, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

An expo attendee inspects a pistol, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

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11-year-old Ryan Weaver inspects a rifle, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

11-year-old Ryan Weaver inspects a rifle, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE ... more

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A father and son browse pistols, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

A father and son browse pistols, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

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A couple looks at a display of rifles, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

A couple looks at a display of rifles, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

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10-year-old Bryce Danforth of St. Augustine, Florida inspects a rifle while his grandfather watches closely, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

10-year-old Bryce Danforth of St. Augustine, Florida inspects a rifle while his grandfather watches closely, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R ... more

An expo attendee inspects a Glock pistol, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

An expo attendee inspects a Glock pistol, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE ... more

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A display of vintage pistols is seen, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

A display of vintage pistols is seen, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

A display of vintage pistols is seen, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA... Photo-5072987.68616 - NewsTimes

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13-year-old Jacob La looks down the sight of a mounted machine gun, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

13-year-old Jacob La looks down the sight of a mounted machine gun, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. ... more

Brothers, 10-year-old Kayden La, middle, and 13-year-old Jacob La, left, inspect pistols at a booth, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

Brothers, 10-year-old Kayden La, middle, and 13-year-old Jacob La, left, inspect pistols at a booth, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown ... more

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 03: Attendees look at a display of tactical shotguns during the 2013 NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center on May 3, 2013 in Houston, Texas. More than 70,000 peope are expected to attend the NRA's 3-day annual meeting that features nearly 550 exhibitors, gun trade show and a political rally. The Show runs from May 3-5. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) less

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 03: Attendees look at a display of tactical shotguns during the 2013 NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center on May 3, 2013 in Houston, Texas. More than ... more

Attendees hold assault rifles as they pose for a photo during the 2013 NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center on May 4, 2013 in Houston, Texas. More than 70,000 people are expected to attend the NRA's 3-day annual meeting that features nearly 550 exhibitors, gun trade show and a political rally. The Show runs from May 3-5. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX *** less

Attendees hold assault rifles as they pose for a photo during the 2013 NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center on May 4, 2013 in Houston, Texas. More than 70,000 people are ... more

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New NRA members Joey Sullivan, of Montgomery, left, and Tim Armand of Houston, right, look at firearms in the exhibit hall at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Friday, May 3, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs from Friday, May 3, through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
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New NRA members Joey Sullivan, of Montgomery, left, and Tim Armand of Houston, right, look at firearms in the exhibit hall at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. ... more

James Beaver, 13, of Denison, holds an HK 416 D at the NRA Whittington Center Outdoor Adventure exhibit booth at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Friday, May 3, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs from Friday, May 3, through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
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James Beaver, 13, of Denison, holds an HK 416 D at the NRA Whittington Center Outdoor Adventure exhibit booth at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown ... more

Photo: Houston Chronicle

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The National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits logo is placed on the George R. Brown Convention Center by Lynn Creel, left, and Don Reynolds with Display Graphics Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs from Friday, May 3, through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
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The National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits logo is placed on the George R. Brown Convention Center by Lynn Creel, left, and Don Reynolds with Display Graphics Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in ... more

Exhibitors began setting up in preparation for the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs from Friday, May 3, through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
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Exhibitors began setting up in preparation for the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits at the George R. Brown Convention Center Wednesday, May 1, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual ... more

Photo: Houston Chronicle

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NRA members listen to speakers during the NRA Annual Meeting of Members at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Saturday, May 4, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
( Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle ) less

NRA members listen to speakers during the NRA Annual Meeting of Members at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Saturday, May 4, 2013, in ... more

NRA executive vice president Wayne LaPierre is introduced during the NRA Annual Meeting of Members at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Saturday, May 4, 2013, in Houston.
The 2013 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits runs through Sunday, May 5. More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. The convention will features training and education demos, the Antiques Guns and Gold Showcase, book signings, speakers including Glenn Beck, Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin as well as NRA Youth Day on Sunday
( Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle ) less

NRA executive vice president Wayne LaPierre is introduced during the NRA Annual Meeting of Members at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center ... more

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A Houston Police officer stops people from attempting to look behind curtain as they try to photograph Glenn Beck during his book signing event during the NRA convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center Saturday, May 4, 2013, in Houston. ( Melissa Phillip / Houston Chronicle ) less

A Houston Police officer stops people from attempting to look behind curtain as they try to photograph Glenn Beck during his book signing event during the NRA convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center ... more

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From right, Heath Bryant, of Cypress, and his family Fisher, 6, Tate, 5, and wife Rebecca, walk through the exhibit hall during NRA Youth Day events at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Sunday, May 5, 2013, in Houston.
More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. ( Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle ) less

From right, Heath Bryant, of Cypress, and his family Fisher, 6, Tate, 5, and wife Rebecca, walk through the exhibit hall during NRA Youth Day events at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and ... more

Photo: Houston Chronicle

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Mason Short, 10, glances up at his father, Le (CQ), from Kountze, as he got a closer look at a shotgun at the Mossberg booth during NRA Youth Day events at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings and Exhibits in the George R. Brown Convention Center Sunday, May 5, 2013, in Houston.
More than 70,000 are expected to attend the event with more than 500 exhibitors represented. ( Johnny Hanson / Houston Chronicle ) less

Mason Short, 10, glances up at his father, Le (CQ), from Kountze, as he got a closer look at a shotgun at the Mossberg booth during NRA Youth Day events at the National Rifle Association's 142 Annual Meetings ... more

A young man who chose not to give his name sizes-up an assault style rifle during the National Rifle Association's annual convention Friday, May 3, 2013 in Houston. (AP Photo/Steve Ueckert)

A young man who chose not to give his name sizes-up an assault style rifle during the National Rifle Association's annual convention Friday, May 3, 2013 in Houston. (AP Photo/Steve Ueckert)

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7-year-old Sydney Morgan inspects a Sig Sauer pistol, during day 1 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Friday, May 3, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

7-year-old Sydney Morgan inspects a Sig Sauer pistol, during day 1 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Friday, May 3, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE)

14-year-old Caleb Lofton, middle poses with a rifle while his father, James, right, takes a photo, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

14-year-old Caleb Lofton, middle poses with a rifle while his father, James, right, takes a photo, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown ... more

14-year-old Caleb Lofton, middle poses with a rifle while his father, James, right, takes a photo, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

14-year-old Caleb Lofton, middle poses with a rifle while his father, James, right, takes a photo, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown ... more

Grant Siebrecht of Needville inspects a rifle, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE CHRONICLE) less

Grant Siebrecht of Needville inspects a rifle, during day 2 of the 142nd NRA annual meetings and exhibits, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the George R Brown convention center in Houston, Texas. (TODD SPOTH FOR THE ... more